Elastix Changelog

What's new in Elastix 2.4.0

Feb 12, 2013
  • Changes in Elastix Framework:
  • The instalation of the Elastix system now its much cleaner.
  • The Migration to Privileged Scripts its completed. Now, there its no need to use commands such as /bin/touch, /bin/chmod, etc.
  • We improve readability on blackmin theme.
  • Fixed readout of FreePBX database password.
  • The internal jQuery was updated to 1.8.3 .
  • Some minor bug fixes for the Elastix Framework.
  • Changes in Elastix Addons:
  • Correction for Postgresql repo in ARM architecture.
  • Some minor bug fixes for Elastix-Addons.
  • Changes in Elastix Firstboot:
  • Make an update of password in manager.conf more robust in the case it falls out of sync with elastix.conf file
  • The Cancel option that used to appear in the dialog_password was removed, because if someone pressed, it no allows to continue configuring passwords. Now only appears the Cancel option after the firstboot if its necesary to change the password already seted.
  • Some minor bug fixes for Elastix-Firstboot.
  • Changes in Elastix Email_Admin:
  • Change of files owners for more security in the web path.
  • Creation of new helper scripts (spamconfig,remotesmtp,mailman_config,relayconfig).
  • Was made changes in the module email_account in order to better interaction at moment to create a new email account.
  • Some minor bug fixes for Elastix-Email_Admin.
  • Changes in Elastix Fax:
  • NEW MODULE Fax Queue.
  • Now errors are displayed when the fax job failed to submit and do not ignore them.
  • Remove useless code that could potentially error out the module.
  • Implementation of fax job cancelation.
  • Changes in Elastix PBX:
  • Add support and features to following phones: Elastix LXP200, Yealink model SIP-T38G, VP530 model, Alcatel Temporis IP800, Escene 620, Fanvil C62, Damall D3310 and Grandstream model GXV280.
  • Modified the way of displaying Reasons for Status in module weak keys.
  • In module Control Planel was made changes in function showChannels in order to fix bugs in wich the call made through a sip trunk have not been displayed in control panel.
  • Some minor bug fixes for Elastix-PBX.
  • Changes in Elastix Security:
  • The instalation of this module now its much cleaner.
  • Change of files owners for more security int he path web path.
  • Some bug fixes for Elastix-Security.
  • Changes in Elastix System:
  • Reimplementation of GUI backup and restore operations on top of backupengine.
  • Add options to active o inactive services when reboot system in Process Status Applet.
  • Some minor bug fixes for Elastix-System.
  • Centos version was updated to 5.9
  • Kernel version was updated to 2.6.18-348.1.1
  • FreePBX version was updated to 2.8.1-16
  • Rhino version was updated to 0.99.6-0.b2
  • Asterisk version was updated to 1.8.20
  • Dadhi version was updated 2.6.1-4

New in Elastix 2.0.0 (Aug 4, 2010)

  • Renovated Dashboard:
  • The new Elastix dashboard allows the user to be aware of the system state, its performance, missed calls, emails, news from Elastix and much more. The user can select what applets to show and how to organize them. The applets can be organized by drag and drop in the browser window itself without the need of a plug-in.
  • Add-ons:
  • The new Elastix add-ons module enables the installation of Elastix-integrated applications in a straightforward and intuitive manner. This new functionality will also allow third party application writers to integrate their apps with Elastix very easily.
  • In addition, the user will be kept informed of any new updates as well as newly available add-ons.
  • Elastix Operator Panel:
  • Elastix Operator Panel is an application embedded within Elastix which allows for the management of calls in real time as well as providing a snapshot of the current activity. The Elastix Operator Panel does not require a flash plug-in to be installed in the browser. Everything is drag and drop!
  • Elastix Conference Room:
  • The Elastix Conference Room is ideal for virtual meetings. Currently, one can set up a voice conference, share presentations in several formats, establish a file repository and chat with meeting attendees at the same time.
  • Mail Module improvements:
  • It is now easier to integrate Elastix with an external mail server. Just fill a form and the integration would be ready without the need to edit a single text file. Another improvement is the integration with the Mailman mailing-list engine so one can create a mailing list straight from the Elastix interface.
  • Web-based Faxing:
  • Starting in Elastix 2.0 users can send faxes directly from the web interface. Users can write the fax content directly in the web interface or upload files in PDF, TIFF or plain text format.
  • DHCP Module improvements:
  • The DHCP server now allows the user to see the list of assigned IPs and their MAC addresses. Also, Elastix now has the capability of assigning static IPs based on the MAC address of the IP phone.
  • Automatic Backups:
  • Backups can now be scheduled in advanced so they can occur daily, weekly or monthly. In addition, the interface now allows for a file to be uploaded or downloaded with all data and configurations to/from an external FTP server with drag and drops.
  • Agenda Module improvements:
  • Agenda events can now be organized and downloaded in iCal format. The user can also move the events or modify their duration by drag and drop.
  • The complete detail of the changes in Elastix 2.0 can be viewed in the changelog. Elastix 1.6 will be mantained for bug correction and security issues only. However, there will not be any new functionality added to the 1.6 versions in the future.

New in Elastix 1.4 Beta (Nov 15, 2008)

  • The major change in this release is that it is based on CentOS 5.2 instead of 5.1.
  • FreePBX has been upgraded to 2.5.1, and misdn updated to 1.18.

New in Elastix 1.2 RC2 (Sep 3, 2008)

  • New RPMs for Mailman and Spamassassin are included.
  • The Asterisk log module is finished.
  • Multiple improvements in Roudcub: support for password changes, a fix for an attachments bug, and other minor bugfixes.
  • Asterisk has been updated to 1.4.21.2 and Zaptel to 1.4.11.
  • The compatibility problem between freepbx 2.4 and the Call Center has been fixed.
  • Fixes and improvements to the Rhino RPM.
  • Integration of the Agenda module with the Address Book.
  • The bug in the Extension batch module that made the direct DID be saved as null has been fixed.

New in Elastix 1.2 RC1 (Aug 30, 2008)

  • Roundcube has support for password changes, a fix for a bug with attachments, and other minor bugfixes.
  • The RPMs for Asterisk, Zaptel, and Libpri have been updated.
  • There are enhancements to Rhino's RPMs.
  • The agenda module is now integrated with the address book, so you can send voice notifications to external numbers.
  • There are bugfixes in the "Batch" module.